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COMMENT: Ransomware, 27 May, 2021

The new reality of ransomware attacks: better targeted, more damaging

Boards should be clear on how their organisation’s data and IT infrastructure is being protected against a ransomware attack.
INSIGHT: Technology, 20 May, 2021

System error: why AI without humans is a governance challenge

From the Post Office scandal to chatbots creating their own language, AI is in danger of becoming ungovernable without human intervention.

COMMENT: Technology, 17 May, 2021

It's time for accountants to place less emphasis on "gut feeling" and let digital tools guide judgments in the fight against fraud.

NEWS: Webinar, 7 May, 2021

A Board Agenda/Diligent webinar looks at the opportunities of digital transformation and the issues it raises.

NEWS: Strategy, 20 April, 2021

Researchers suggest treating artificial intelligence and machine learning as a corporate responsibility issue could help mitigate its risks.

NEWS: Risk, 30 March, 2021

World Economic Forum report says cybersecurity is "an economic and strategy issue crucial for boards to address given the current environment”.

COMMENT: Technology, 1 March, 2021

The FRC has been considering what cutting-edge corporate reporting looks like—and it involves virtual and augmented reality.

NEWS: Technology, 18 February, 2021

Report says VR and AR could play "a useful role in supporting and building understanding about a company, its business model and operations”.

NEWS: Board expertise, 16 February, 2021

Research suggests large companies need two layers of AI governance if they are not only to supervise its use but also exploit its advantages.

INSIGHT: Trends, 29 January, 2021

Some organisations are monitoring their employees as they work—or don't work—from home. But there are pitfalls to this strategy.